Eknath Shinde

Eknath Shinde

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Eknath Shinde is an Indian politician and the current Chief Minister of Maharashtra, who gained prominence after leading a faction of the Shiv Sena party. Known for his political acumen and leadership skills, he played a pivotal role in re-establishing the Shiv Sena after a split in the party, and his governance has included a focus on welfare schemes and public engagement.

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Eknath Shinde is the Chief Minister who has gained the confidence of six MPs from Shiv Sena (UBT).

‘Submit written explanation within 24 hours’: Shiv Sena (UBT) issues show-cause notice to absentee MPs, threatens disqualification | Mumbai News
The Times of India·IndiaIndia· 2026-06-20
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Maharashtra deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde directed authorities to prepare a special emergency traffic management plan.

Could the 13-km ‘missing link’ on Pune–Mumbai Expressway have prevented 32-hour jam? | Mumbai News
The Times of India·IndiaIndia· 2026-02-05
7.0

Eknath Shinde is a key political figure alongside Ajit Pawar in the Maharashtra government.

Was Ajit Pawar considering an NCP merger before his death? What aides say | India News
The Times of India·IndiaIndia· 2026-01-30
5.0

Eknath Shinde was mocked by Aaditya Thackeray during the debate about the overpass design.

Người dân nổi giận vì cầu vượt 4 làn bị bóp thành hai
VnExpress – leading Vietnamese online newspaper, est. 2001·VietnamVietnam· 2026-01-29
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Aaditya Thackeray
Aaditya Thackeray

Eknath Shinde is a political ally of Ajit Pawar and known for his role in the Maharashtra government.

Long innings ends with dream unfulfilled | Pune News
The Times of India·IndiaIndia· 2026-01-29
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His statement comes two days after five MNS corporators extended support to Maharashtra deputy chief minister Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena.

'Never for my personal gain': Raj Thackeray's cryptic take on 'flexible' politics; remark after MNS-Sena tie-up in Kalyan | India News
The Times of India·IndiaIndia· 2026-01-23
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Eknath Shinde stated that the mayor in the BMC will be from the Mahayuti and emphasized respect for the public mandate.

Mumbai mayor tussle: Shiv Sena-BJP talks today, poll likely on Jan 31; will respect mandate, says Eknath Shinde | Mumbai News
The Times of India·IndiaIndia· 2026-01-20
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Eknath Shinde leads the Shiv Sena faction that is allied with the BJP and has secured a majority in the elections.

Who will be Mumbai mayor? Suspense grows as Shiv Sena eyes first 2.5-year term; Uddhav Thackeray pushes ‘dream’ pitch | Mumbai News
The Times of India·IndiaIndia· 2026-01-18
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Eknath Shinde is leading the Shinde Sena and is involved in negotiations for power-sharing in the Mumbai civic corporation.

Maharashtra civic polls: Eknath Shinde corrals his 29 corporators in hotel; no question of poaching, says CM Devendra Fadnavis | Mumbai News
The Times of India·IndiaIndia· 2026-01-18
7.0

Owaisi pointed out that Uddhav Thackeray's candidate had won in the area where Eknath Shinde's house is located.

Maha election ‘tie-up’: Asaduddin Owaisi says no alliance with BJP or NDA; AIMIM corporators asked to withdraw Akot support | Hyderabad News
The Times of India·IndiaIndia· 2026-01-18
5.0

Eknath Shinde is mentioned as the DCM who moved newly elected corporators to a 5-star hotel, which Uddhav criticized.

Maharashtra civic polls: Eknath Shinde fears BJP; god willing, we’ll have our mayor, says Uddhav Thackeray | Mumbai News
The Times of India·IndiaIndia· 2026-01-18
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Uddhav Thackeray
Uddhav Thackeray

Eknath Shinde, the deputy chief minister, finds himself vulnerable due to the Shiv Sena's split and the BJP's dominance.

BMC mayor post: Why Eknath Shinde has moved his leaders to resort - number game explained | India News
The Times of India·IndiaIndia· 2026-01-17
4.0

Eknath Shinde has made impressive gains since he broke ranks with Uddhav.

Thackerays lose control of BMC: What's next for Uddhav and his Sena | India News
The Times of India·IndiaIndia· 2026-01-16
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Eknath Shinde was present at the ceremony to support Nitish Kumar.

Bihar: Nitish Kumar to take oath as CM for 10th time today | India News
The Times of India·IndiaIndia· 2025-11-19
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Eknath Shinde's 'Ladki Behin Yojana' once again played a big role.

Bihar election results: How BJP flipped the script after 2024 Lok Sabha setback | India News
The Times of India·IndiaIndia· 2025-11-14
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Eknath Shinde is leading one of the parties involved in the dispute over the Shiv Sena's election symbol.

Petitioners pick SIR over EC, SC to hear on November 11 | India News
The Times of India·IndiaIndia· 2025-11-07
5.0

Eknath Shinde is mentioned in the context of political comparisons regarding chief ministerial positions.

Bihar polls: My age may be young, but my promise is mature, says Tejashwi Yadav | India News
The Times of India·IndiaIndia· 2025-11-01
5.0

Eknath Shinde expressed confidence in the Mahayuti alliance ahead of the local body elections.

'9.6 million fake voters added': Raj Thackeray urges EC to halt Maharashtra local body polls; opposition leaders plan march | Mumbai News
The Times of India·IndiaIndia· 2025-10-20
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Eknath Shinde has accused Uddhav Thackeray of abandoning the party’s core values of Hindutva and Marathi pride.

'Attempts made to break Shiv Sena': Uddhav Thackeray's veiled jab at Eknath Shinde; calls BJP 'amoeba' | India News
The Times of India·IndiaIndia· 2025-10-02
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Eknath Shinde's orders regarding heavy vehicle entry were cited as a factor in the traffic issues on NH48.

‘Complete failure’: Baby survives 4th-floor fall, dies after being stuck in NH48 traffic near Mumbai | Mumbai News
The Times of India·IndiaIndia· 2025-09-20
4.0

Eknath Shinde-led Sena defended the match, stating that international cricket matches have been played even during tense relations.

India-Pakistan match draws ire: Opposition terms it betrayal to martyrs; government says 'two separate issues' | India News
The Times of India·IndiaIndia· 2025-09-14
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